2000 GMC Yukon Denali
Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 18 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 72 |
| 2004 | 109 |
| 2005 | 49 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 120 |
| 2008 | 58 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 53 |
| 2011 | 96 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2015 | 73 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
12 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Fuel system, gasoline
4 of 18 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.
Show complaint excerpts
I was driving north on 85 at 70 miles an hour and my vehicle decided to drop down to 20.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-11
Also filed under Electrical system
When I purchased the vehicle in March, the gas gauge did not work. I am not sure when it stopped working. I would really like for this to be fixed, so that I do not run out of gas again.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-10
Electrical system
3 of 18 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing control module.
Show complaint excerpts
When adjusting the steering wheel during night hours the headlights would flicker. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Please provide more information.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-01-18
Vehicle speed control
2 of 18 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Power train
1 of 18 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing transfer case (4-wheel drive).
Show complaint excerpts
1) 4WD faulty encoder motor failure--switch to engage 4WD failed; occurred at 75,841 miles on 12/31/03 2) could not put vehicle into 4WD when on winding, narrow, snowy road; fortunately no accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-05
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
-
I
2005-04-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-09-13 Unwanted low-speed ABS activation
-
I
2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure
Buy-smart checklist
2000 GMC Yukon Denali — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
See all years ranked →FAQ
- Is the 2000 GMC Yukon Denali reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 GMC Yukon Denali?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 GMC Yukon Denali have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.